FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

If you're considering enrolling in one of our nationally-recognised Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma courses, the following questions and answers may be helpful to you.

How long do your courses take to complete?

This will depend on the course and the student, as everyone studies at a different pace. There is a maximum time limit for each course (ranging from 12 to 36 months, depending on level studied), but students often complete their studies faster than the maximum time allowed.

What if I don't finish in time?

We can provide a 3 month extension at no cost. If further extensions are required, administration fees may apply.

What are the hours for classroom study?

Our Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping is one day per week over 15 weeks.

Diploma of Accounting students have the option to self-study at our training centre one day per week with access to a course trainer.

What if I cannot attend a class?

If you need to leave a class early, or if you miss a class, the recording is available online anytime.

Are training manuals provided? What is the cost for these?

We use a variety of training manuals from various publishers depending on the course.

PDF versions are provided free with your course via our online student portal, hard copies can also be purchased from us separately (at cost price) or direct from the publisher.

We also provide a comprehensive list of course material which is included in the course cost.

Do you cover online accounting systems?

Yes – Applied Education is an approved Xero Training Provider and we include Xero units in our Certificate IV in Bookkeeping course. We also offer MYOB Essentials (Cloud) Online Learning depending on the course you enrol in. (Certificate IV Level)

This will depend on the course of study. For example, our Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping uses a combination of MYOB and Xero, though some assessments can be completed in a software package of your choice.

The Australian Tax Law courses allow students to use the ATO stationery or their own practice software to complete example tax returns.

How in depth are your assessments?

We have been delivering most of our nationally recognised courses since 2011, and have been offering industry-leading training since 1999. This experience has enabled us to provide very comprehensive assessments to our students.

We use a combination of online assessments/quizzes, written and software-based assessments.

Can I complete the assessments on Mac or PC?

Students can use a Mac or PC computer. Microsoft Windows is the preferred operating system as all student data files are supplied in Windows format.

Mac users - we do include access to a Mac version of MYOB Student Edition, but please be aware that if you select this option, the data files required for some units and options available to you may be different from the manual. However, this will not affect your grades and our assessors can still mark using the Mac version.

We upload marking keys with suggestions and feedback directly to our online student learning platform so you can access them at a time that suits you. Students can then contact assessors via email, phone, Facebook or via the forum if they need further assistance.

Can I speak to a trainer in person or is it all done through email?

Yes, we have dedicated full time assessors on hand to answer phone support questions and a dedicated telephone support line 1800 678 073. We also have an online forum, dedicated Facebook support group and of course you can contact our team via email.

Do your trainers/assessors currently work in the industry, or have relevant industry experience?

Yes. Our team of assessors and trainer, led by Brett Thornett CPA, have been in the accounting industry for most of their careers.